1979 Honda CBX

Honda CBX
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Honda CBX
Honda CBX
Honda CBX
Honda CBX
Honda CBX
Honda CBX

General motorcycle information

Model
Honda CBX
Year
1979
Category
Sport touring
Rating
  3.8 out of 5

Engine and transmission

Displacement
63.83 cubic inches (1046.0 ccm)
Engine type
In-line six, 4 stroke
Power
105.0 horsepowers (78.3 kiloWatts) at 9000 RPM
Torque
-
Compression
9.3:1
Bore x stroke
3.94 x 3.26 inches (64.5 x 53.4 mm)
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel system
-
Fuel control
Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system
Air
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type, final drive
Chain
Starter
-
Fuel consumption
-
Top speed
220.0 kmh (136.7 mph)

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Front tyre
3.50-19
Rear tyre
4.25-18
Front brake
Double discs
Rear brake
Single disc

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight
-
Wet weight
604.1 pounds (274.0 kg)
Seat height
-
Wheelbase
-
Ground clearance
-
Fuel capacity
6.34 gallons (24.0 litres)
Oil capacity
-

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